A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Lindstrom, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Lindstrom
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lindstrom. 1 list an address in Lindstrom, and other nearby bases include Blaine (5), Forest Lake (3), and Ham Lake (3). 8 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Lindstrom Appliance Services, about 0.9 miles away. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lindstrom. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 31 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 41 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 8.6, 8.7 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
The leading options for Lindstrom are Sears Appliance Repair (8.6 miles away, based in Forest Lake, 4.6 stars from 201 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Minnesota Appliance Repair (10.7 miles away, based in North Branch, 5.0 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Solutions (20.5 miles away, based in Ham Lake, 4.4 stars from 440 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Shortie's Appliances (25.5 miles away, based in Oakdale, 4.7 stars from 178 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around Lindstrom
Most washer calls in Lindstrom come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Lindstrom
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lindstrom, MN
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why won't my washer spin?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Lindstrom technician can then bring the right parts for either one.